1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines

Keep Your 1961 Mercury Meteor in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1961 Mercury Meteor looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets, Performance Engine Rocker Arms, and Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Top-Rated Performance Engines from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Engine? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Edelbrock. For example, Edelbrock Performance Engines start at just $392.99 with an average 4.4 star rating. With over 3 reviews and a solid 3 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Mercury Meteor owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $91.24, with a range that starts at $13.99 and goes up to $392.99. With 10 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET, Intake Manifold Gasket for 1985-1976 390-428 FE Fords, and Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set start at just $29.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1961 Mercury Meteor in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Magnum Roller 1.6 Ratio Rocker Arm Set (Part No.1431-16)

Magnum Roller 1.6 Ratio Rocker Arm Set

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$350.99
These Magnum Roller Rocker Arms for Ford V8 289-351W (Rail Type) 1968-89 applications are the ultimate street rocker. With a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio, they are designed for serious performance enthusiasts. All Magnum Roller Rocker Arms are constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, which is a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift. Their roller tip reduces friction, while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yield more effective valve lift. With a 15 to 30 horsepower increase over other rocker arms, Magnum Roller Rockers are perfect for performance applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure. Don’t accept inferior products or cheap knock-offs, look for the COMP Cams logo stamped into the underside of every Magnum Rocker.

Product Features:
  • Ultimate street rocker designed for serious performance enthusiasts
  • Constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift
  • Roller tip reduces friction while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yields more effective valve lift
  • 15 to 30 horsepower increase over stock rocker arms
  • Use in any applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1817)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$29.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.6683)

Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Gasket

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$68.99
High performance, race quality gasket with molded rubber coating over a steel core. Steel core provides rigidity and durability, preventing prevent push out while the molded rubber coating helps seal minor oil pan rail irregularities. The one piece design eliminates the need for separate end seals to make installation easier and even further reduce the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Excellent replacement for stock original equipment, high performance street, drag race and oval track. Includes gasket and new oil pan bolts.

Product Features:
  • Steel core provides rigidity, durability and prevents gasket push out
  • Molded rubber coating seals minor irregularities in pan surface
  • One piece design is easier to install and even less prone to leak
  • Direct replacement suitable for all uses – street, racing, heavy duty
  • Include both gasket and new oil pan bolts
  • No Cork Particles
  • Easy Removal For Disassembly
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8 (Part No.2122)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8

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$338.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Ford FE 352-428 V8 (Part No.2106)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Ford FE 352-428 V8

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$392.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1985-1976 390-428 FE Fords (Part No.7224)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1985-1976 390-428 FE Fords

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$30.99
Product Features:
  • Clean Positive Seal
  • Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
  • Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set (Part No.1250)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set

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$35.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1246)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
  • Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
  • Standard and Low riser
  • Printoseal elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1011-1)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$52.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7337)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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$65.99
Product Features:
  • Cylinder Head Gasket Set
  • 1958-1976 390-428
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1020)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Most Popular Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for 1961 Mercury Meteors

Enhance your 1961 Mercury Meteor with one of the 2 Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets we have in stock, starting at just $39.99.

FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1020)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7337)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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$65.99
Product Features:
  • Cylinder Head Gasket Set
  • 1958-1976 390-428
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Best-Selling 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engine Rocker Arms

Upgrade your Meteor with one of our 2 best-selling Performance Engine Rocker Arms.

Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1442-16)

ENGINE ROCKER ARM

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$241.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM

Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1442-1)

ENGINE ROCKER ARM

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$31.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM

Top-Quality Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets for 1961 Mercury Meteors

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Oil Pan Gasket for Mercury Meteors and enjoy top-notch performance from $29.99.

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1817)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$29.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Top Picks for 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Invest in one of our 2 durable Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets for your 1961 Mercury, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1246)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
  • Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
  • Standard and Low riser
  • Printoseal elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1985-1976 390-428 FE Fords (Part No.7224)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1985-1976 390-428 FE Fords

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$30.99
Product Features:
  • Clean Positive Seal
  • Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
  • Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
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Our Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components for 1961 Mercury Meteors

Make a smart move for your 1961 Mercury Meteor with our Performance Engine Timing Sets and Component for $49.99.

Competition Cams – ENGINE TIMING SET (Part No.3223)

ENGINE TIMING SET

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$49.99
ENGINE TIMING SET

Top-Rated Performance Engine Brands For Your 1961 Mercury Meteor

When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Engine for your 1961 Mercury Meteor, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 3 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Engine brands including Edelbrock, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.4 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $392.99. Purchasing a Performance Engine from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1961 Mercury Meteor, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Edelbrock 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines

If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Engine for your 1961 Mercury Meteor, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Edelbrock Performance Engines. We have 1 Edelbrock Performance Engines in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $392.99, you’ll find the perfect Performance Engine for your needs and budget. Edelbrock Performance Engines for the 1961 Mercury Meteor come highly rated, with over 1 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.4 stars. Choosing a Edelbrock Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Ford FE 352-428 V8
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Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Ford FE 352-428 V8
“1964 Ford Galaxie 500 352ci FE Big Block. Edelbrock says to use the Performer-Plus Camshaft part #2106 to increase performance, but Advanced Auto(you)”

FAQs for 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1961 Mercury Meteors?

Out of 10 Performance Engines that fit 1961 Mercury Meteors, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1961 Mercury Meteor range from $13.99 up to $392.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1961 Mercury Meteor?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1961 Mercury Meteor is $91.24. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1961 Mercury Meteor?

The cheapest 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engines we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1961 Mercury models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 3 other popular 1961 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1961 Monterey Performance Engines, 1961 Colony Park Performance Engines, 1961 Commuter Performance Engines, and 1961 Comet Performance Engines.

What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1961 Mercury Meteor?

The one 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engine we have in stock is the High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 352-428, 144-250 and 2600-2800cc V6.. It costs $13.99.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1961 Mercury Meteor?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1961 Mercury Meteor:

Can I get help with 1961 Mercury Meteor Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Mercury Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Mercury Meteor Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Meteor Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.